"The Tribe" Kick-Off
Tuesday, September 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Connect with The Tribe, a new organization seeking to cultivate an open, supportive and stimulating environment for young Jewish professionals in South Florida. Join interested and interesting professionals for this inaugural networking event. The Tribe will be providing unique opportunities for professional and social networking, community service and intellectual and spiritual events. Meet the new Board of Directors and develop new relationships with like-minded young professionals. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served; admission is $10 at the door.
Touch Restaurant and Lounge
910 Lincoln Road, South Beach
305-532-2604 (Helena)
"Barks and Books"
Wednesday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Sociable dogs and their masters and mistresses are invited to join Camillus House Young Leaders and PetNet for an evening of literary mingling under the stars. Wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Browse the bookshelves - for 20% of any purchases made during the evening will benefit the two charities. A dog is not necessary to attend, but if you do bring your pet, please keep them leashed and behaving to ensure a good time for all. Admission is $20 at the door.
Books & Books
265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables
305-374-1065 (Marcy Belfi)
Golden Angels Dinner and Chanel Fashion Show
Wednesday, September 26 at 7 p.m.
Jackson Memorial Foundation's Golden Angels Recognition Society presents an elegant evening of cocktails, dining and fashion in the midst of a private airplane hangar. A first for Miami! Fashions shown will be the 2008 Chanel Resort and Cruisewear Collection. Chair of this unique event is Platinum Angel Marisa Cisneros Rizzon; Honorary Chair is Nora Bulnes, publisher of Selecta Magazine. Saks Fifth Avenue and Chanel are hosts of the show.
A private hangar at Miami Executive Airport
15001 N.W. 42nd Avenue, Miami
305-355-4999
Latinbiz 2007 Women of Virtue Awards
Thursday, September 27 from noon to 2 p.m.
Take your hats off to the exceptional professional women selected by Latinbiz for their contributions to bring about social and economic change and to demonstrate outstanding performance within their professions to further advance women in their fields. Guest speaker is Diana Jordan, lauded by Oprah as "one of the funniest people on the planet." Tickets are $45; luncheon presented by Eastern Financial Credit Union.
Hyatt Regency Hotel
50 Alhambra Plaza, Coral Gables
305-728-7021
Annual Season Kick-Off
Thursday, September 27 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Celebrate with the Historical Museum of Southern Florida as it hosts its annual season kick-off event with food, drinks, entertainment and a preview of the upcoming exhibits, programs, and events. Get a Sneak Peek of the 2007 - 2008 Season, "A Year of Art & History." HMSF members and children under 12 free; $5 for non-members.
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street, Downtown Miami
305-375-1492
Preview Private Sale Benefit
Thursday, September 27 at 6 p.m.
Young Patronesses of the Opera will be the beneficiary of ten percent of all purchases made during this event at Bloomingdales. Enjoy a specially hosted wine and cheese reception and then shop till you drop! It's for a good cause, after all. To insure credit towards YPO donation, please stop by Customer Service on Level 3 (close to gift wrap) to log in purchases.
Bloomingdale's Furniture Gallery, Level 3
The Falls, Miami
305-669-9686
Heal A Heart Cocktail Reception
Thursday, September 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Here's a happy hour with a cause. Kristi House, Miami-Dade's Children's Advocacy Center, and Touch Restaurant & Lounge invite you to enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. The event benefits Kristi House's mission to provide a healing environment for all child victims of sexual abuse and their families. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
Touch Restaurant & Lounge
910 Lincoln Road, South Beach
305-547-6826 (Bianca Fernandez)
6th Annual Sunset Tavern Golf Classic
Friday, September 28, 9 a.m.
Deli Lane Café and Sunset Tavern are hosting a tee-rific event to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Your player fee includes 18 holes of championship golf on one of South Florida's most beautiful and challenging par-72 courses, box lunch, beverages on the course and a post-event party at Deli Lane. Join Miami Heat Sunshine Network's Jason Jackson and the Heat's Pat Delany for a fun and rewarding day on the course.
Crandon Park Golf Course
6700 Crandon Boulevard , Key Biscayne
Deli Lane Café: 305-665-0606
6th Annual "Wine on Harvest Moon"
Friday, September 28, 7 to 10 p.m.
The golden light of the "harvest moon" sets the stage for the Deering Estate Foundation's sixth annual wine tasting event. Embrace Charles Deering's love and appreciation for fine wines, fine food and the fine arts as you journey through the historic Richmond Cottage, Carriage House and Stone House with a special tasting in Deering's wine cellar. Savor the fine wines from America's great northwest and delicious delicacies prepared by a choice group of Miami's top chefs, and enjoy art exhibitions "Out of Eden," a collaboration with the Bakehouse Art Complex, and "The Colors of Wine" and musical performances featuring the Florida Classical Orchestra. General admission is $75 ($60 for Foundation members). VIP tickets are also available for a 6 p.m. reception with a special VIP tour and tasting and reserved parking and seating for the performances. VIP tickets are $150 ($120 for Foundation members).
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay
305-235-1668, Ext. 263
Pisco Montesierpe Benefit for Peru
Friday, September 28, 8 to 11 p.m.
Moved by the 8.0 earthquake in Peru, Pisco Montesierpe and the Kuyayky Foundation have joined forces to raise money for "Un Techo Para Mi Pais," an organization dedicated to building and rebuilding communities and improving the quality of life in poverty-stricken areas of Latin America. The quake killed at least 540 people with nearly 80,000 suffering from the impact through the loss of loved ones or destroyed homes. This event will raise funds specifically for the town of Chincha where 50% of the area crumbled to the ground. . Join in this all-community effort and help tens of thousands of people affected by the quake. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, traditional Peruvian music and entertainment. Fabulous silent auction includes items donated by Romero Britto, Spirit Airlines, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, to name a few. Tickets are $50 on-line and $70 at the door (cash only, please). Valet parking available.
Collins Building in the Miami Design District
139 N.E. 39th Street, Miami
305-818-3778 (Herbie Loebl)
The James Beard Foundation's Taste America
September 28 – 29
Joining other cities across the nation, Miami hosts The James Beard Foundation's Taste America with two exciting events. On Friday a group of top toques headed by host chef Clay Conley of Azul (pictured) host cocktails and a 4-course dinner with a pairing of fine Italian wines. The group includes two James Beard Award-winning chefs, Mark Militello and Norman Van Aken, along with South Florida's rising star chefs. Dinner is limited to 100 and costs $240 p/p, all inclusive, with a portion going to charity. On Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Williams-Sonoma hosts Clay Conley, Norman Van Aken and Gabriele Marewski of Paradise Farms for cooking demos. There will also be culinary-oriented children's activities offered throughout the day.
Azul at Mandarin Oriental, Miami (305-913-3840)
Williams-Sonoma at Village of Merrick Park (305-446-9421)
Hollywood Beach Clambake
September 28 – 30
Savor a sumptuous South Florida feast of fresh clams, oysters, shrimp, fish, lobster, conch and crab cakes up and down the Broadwalk throughout the weekend. Festival vendors and local restaurants will present their hottest seafood recipes and coolest drink concoctions for hungry revelers at the Hollywood Beach Clambake. There will be nonstop live music on two stages, including Grammy-winning Indie-Rock icons Soul Asylum, Detroit power-pop group The Romantics, New Orleans favorites Porter Batiste Stoltz of the Funky Meters, and trombone brass band Bonerama. World Music Sunday features Marijah & the Reggae All-Stars, Latin jazz veterans Oriente, and Grammy nominated Cuban dance band Conjunto Progreso. It's a festival for the whole family with a classic car show, a sand-sculpting exhibition, the annual Best Chowder Contest and eco-friendly arts & crafts for the kids. Presented by the Hollywood Beach Community Redevelopment Agency, the festival is free of charge. Open Friday 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday Noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday Noon to 9 p.m.
On Hollywood Beach's Broadwalk
954-926-3377
O You! Oprah Magazine Event
Saturday, September 29 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Spend the day with O, The Oprah Magazine and some of the magazine's most popular contributors, including Suze Orman, Dr. Martha Beck, Gayle King and others. As a participant you'll choose one of a variety of special workshops - Body Wise, Comfort Zone, Dream Big and Love That! - to help you "Live Your Best Life."
Miami Beach Convention Center
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
1-888-696-6968
Chanel Eyewear Trunk Show
Saturday, September 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Edward Beiner is proud to host the first ever South Florida Chanel Eyewear Trunk Show at his South Miami store. This is a rare opportunity to view and try on all of Chanel's latest eyewear styles for the fall. Chanel Representative Tracey Murphy will be on hand for an exclusive personal fitting of your Chanel eyewear selection.
Edward Beiner South Miami Store
5817 Sunset Drive, South Miami
305-661-1205
Blueprint for Prosperity
Saturday, September 29 from 7 to 11 p.m.
"Mill" around Shell Lumber with friends and supporters of Human Services Coalition for their "Blueprint for Prosperity, Laying the Foundation for the Future" event. Cocktails from 7 to 8 p.m., Paella, award presentations and special guest speaker from 8 to 9:30. Being honored are Bernard Zyscovich of Zyscovich, Inc. with the "Truth Award;" UM's Dr. Astrid Mack with the "Clay Hamilton Memorial Hope Award;" and Mitch Kaplan of Books & Books with the "Lifetime Achievement Award." Dress is real casual. Tickets are $100 p/p.
Shell Lumber
2733 S.W. 27th Avenue, Miami
305-576-5001, Ext. 32
4th Annual "Be a Kid Again Gala: Tropical Twenties"
Saturday, September 29
This year's Be a Kid Again Gala is all about the glamour and decadence of the twenties. Miami Children's Museum welcomes you to an evening at its home on Watson Island for pure fun to benefit arts and educational programming at the Museum. The place will be crawling with gangster types and dancing flappers amid sultry jazz music and art deco decor. Nonstop music and entertainment, fabulous treats and drinks, and a swanky silent auction await you! Put on your glad rags and don't miss the fun. Tickets cost $200.00 - $225.00.
Miami Children's Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway
Watson Island, Miami
305-373-5437
3rd Annual Poker & Casino Night
Saturday, September 29 at 8:30 p.m.
Join the Young Leadership Division of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces for a night of games, food and drinks, fun and camaraderie. For poker players there will be a 240-player tournament with a $10,000 entry ticket into the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas as the prize. For your gaming enjoyment, there will be blackjack, craps and roulette. Plenty of prizes and all for a good cause! Casino tickets are $60 in advance; $80 at the door. Poker seats are $200 or $250 at the door. VIP tickets also available.
The Trump Int'l Sonesta Beach Resort
18001 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach
305-864-6800
Nike Swim Miami 2007
Sunday, September 30 beginning at 6:30 a.m.
Miami's beautiful downtown skyline is the backdrop for Swim Miami, an open water competition for all ages. Swim stroke for stroke with the world's best in the 800 yard Sprint, the Miami Mile, the 5K Swim and the 10K Olympic Distance Swim. There's even the K-9 Krawl World Championships so bring your pooch along too. Registration includes T-shirt, swim cap and participant pack. You must be registered at least one hour prior to your competition.
City of Miami Aquatic Sports Park
3601 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne
305-273-1129
Domino con los Dolphins
Sunday, September 30 at 11 a.m.
Amigos for Kids invite you to the all-new Dolphin Stadium for dominos, mojitos and a Latin-style buffet in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet former Dolphin player Fuad Reveiz, participate in the dominos tournament for a chance to win autographed merchandise and other great prizes. Then at 1 p.m. watch as our Dolphins take on the Oakland Raiders. Limited to the first 250 people so call today! Tickets are $100 p/p.
Dolphin Stadium
2269 Dan Marino Boulevard, Miami
305-623-6141 (Margie Martinez)
Sunday BBQ
Sunday, September 30 from 3 to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon poolside at a private, waterfront home with The Tribe, a young professionals group being formed under the auspices of Temple Beth Sholom. Meet members and other interested young professionals in a casual atmosphere. The Tribe's mission is to cultivate an open, supportive and stimulating environment for young Jewish professionals by providing opportunities for professional and social networking, community service, and intellectual and spiritual events. Address and directions will be provided when you RSVP.
Private home in Sans Souci Estates
North Miami
305-532-2604 (Helena)
Upcoming
Events
Starting Oct. 10
La Marea presents “La Notte”
October 13
“The Green Ball”
October 13
Masquerade Ball
Oct. 20 – 21
Hollywood Festival of the Arts
October 20
Magnolia Gala
October 27
Halloween Bash
November 3
Sleepless Night
November 7
Pre-Opening Benefit Performance of Rockettes
Upcoming Events
What When
La Marea presents “La Notte” Wednesdays, starting October 10
“The Green Ball” Friday, October 13
Masquerade Ball Friday, October 13
Hollywood Festival of the Arts Saturday - Sunday, October 20 – 21
Magnolia Gala Saturday, October 20
Halloween Bash Saturday, October 27
Sleepless Night Saturday, November 3
Pre-Opening Benefit Performance of Rockettes Wednesday, November 7
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